The Incidence Of Vaccine Hesitancy And Its Impact On Disease Outbreaks

Abstract

Analyze the variables that contribute to either the reluctance or willingness to adopt vaccines in the context of pandemics, significant epidemics, and worldwide outbreaks. This is a comprehensive study and analysis of 28 articles that examine the Influenza A/H1N1 pandemic and the worldwide spread of Ebola Virus Disease. We have identified seven primary factors that contribute to either vaccine hesitancy or acceptance. These factors include demographic variables such as ethnicity, age, sex, pregnancy, education, and employment, as well as considerations of accessibility and cost. Additionally, personal responsibility and risk perceptions, precautionary measures taken in relation to vaccination decisions, trust in health authorities and vaccines, the safety and efficacy of new vaccines, and a lack of information or exposure to vaccine misinformation are also influential factors. Insights on how participants have perceived and experienced vaccines throughout past pandemics will significantly contribute to the formulation of policies aimed at tackling the current COVID-19 pandemic. We examine the possible consequences of vaccination hesitancy on the implementation and efficacy of a prospective COVID-19 vaccine. Specifically, we maintain that skepticism against vaccinations may persist even in situations when vaccines are not accessible, which contradicts current understandings of vaccine reluctance. We suggest undertaking more study to evaluate the correlation between the availability and price of vaccinations, and the reluctance to get them.